For folks with VWs outside US, bear in mind that your car may not have the BT module with the RCD 310...thus...no phone or BT audio connectivity, even though the RCD 310 unit itslef shows the "BT Audio" on the display... I've had the same issue with my Polo.
+shreddedreams The Bluetooth module is actually separate from the radio. Until 2014 it was located underneath the passenger seat. You can try resetting it, just unplug it, wait 30 seconds, And plug it back in. That may help you out
@@socalvwguydotcom My vw passat 2009 has the bluetooth setting there but i cant find the car on my phones bluetooth like i cant find it there so i cant pair the phone and the car
Hi. Just collected my new Polo match and getting very frustrated at not being able to listen to my ipad mini playlists. The PERFECT explanation. Thank you.
BTW, if you pick up a, let's say a used Golf VI and it has this radio. Does it always have bluetooth like this, or do you need a handsfree kit from VW?
Hello. Does every RCD310 actually have bluetooth or do they just have the option in the menu? Because; i can activate bluetooth in the radio but my phone can't find it...
The reason this isn't working for most people is that the BT only works if your car has the BT module equipped. Otherwise the radio essentially doesn't have Bluetooth.
@lookatcha, No RCD310 is not standard with Bluetooth, though pretty much all models other than the base models in RCD310-equipped VW's will have Bluetooth.
Danny,,,, how do u connect the phone to the Bluetooth in the first place.... i have a passat bluemotion 2010 and cant find how to connect the phone to the car... thanks
Thanks. Driving a 2013 Passat, and struggled to get my GPS to announce turns through the cars system. Found out that I have two options; Have the radio/cd running and just keep an eye on the map, or drive in silence with the turns through the speakers. Wish it were clever enough to play the direction from teh handset and the Radio too!
Thanks Danny, Please help me. I saw the Bluetooth-Audio in the menu and turned it on yesterday and today I cannot get to that item in the menu anymore, I can't even scroll to the right to see it in the setup on the phone. Do you know why? How can I tell if I have bluetooth?
Hey there! I'm able to pair and connect over bluetooth my iphone using the VW UHV connection to take calls but when I turn on bt-audio and try and play music it just doesn't pick up at all? I saw you say that not all cars have the BT module (as I am outside of the US) but I'm assuming I must do if I've already connected. Could you provide any other troubleshooting tips? Thank-you!
I have the 2011 vw jetta 2.5 SE and it has the bt audio option but after that it doesn’t show how u did it i cannot see the bluetooth on my phone to connect. Can you help ?
If you have the RCD310 stereo as this guy has, what he isn't showing you is that under the passenger seat will be a Bluetooth module box. THIS is what picks up the Bluetooth. Without this, your headset just has the connectivity option, IF you buy additional parts. If yours does have this and isn't connecting, this can be a simple reset job. Just locate the box and pull out the leads, then plug them back in and it will reset the box and you should be able to connect. Without it your options from a dealer are expensive. You can buy the BURY CC9068 device which is like a PDA that wires into the back of your radio and basically hijacks the speakers, but won't give you any headsup info on your actual radio, but this retails from a dealer at around £247 (GBP - price as of 11/11/2019). You are better off buying an aftermarket Android/Bluetooth headset for half this price with everything built in - some even have SatNav built in. I can't vouch for any specific brands or models as I'm still looking at options, but it will be cheaper IMO. I had the same issue and have just spoken to my local VW dealer who checked with my vehicle reg number and confirmed that the car shipped with the standard headset and not the Bluetooth parts we need to make this work. Perhaps this guy isn't actually aware his car has it. This is why your phone can't see the radio. There's no actual link between your radio and your phone. If anyone can recommend any specific Makes/models of radio or ways around this, please respond to this as I would be very interested.
@@Dan_TheMedic that was very informative! 9W7 is a good module - i got cables but no module XD this should do the job. WHat about AUX though? Thinking of impelmenting a stick for it ( shame that it doesnt enable You to plug in the headphones and listen radio from them ). PS. what is this satelite plastic fake phone next to the radio I got LOL
I know this is an older video but does anyone know how to change the display from “Bluetooth audio” to say the name of the song or is that not possible?
Thanks for the info! This feature isn't really obvious. I have an iphone 6s. The best way to change tracks and control what songs to play without handling the phone is to use the "hey siri" commands. You can voice command track, artist, song, etc commands by saying "hey siri".....
Don’t know if you’re still around or can answer this question. I have a 2012 Jetta that I recently picked up, it won’t take the 0000 code to work the Bluetooth. Keeps saying make sure “VW PHONE” is ready to pair. What’s that mean, how does someone get it “ready”. Love to get this thing working, everything is in great condition and low miles so I think I’m just missing a step. Thanks!!
did you find a fix? i have the same problem! :(i turn on the bluetooth, but my phone will not pick it up? my phone just keeps searching, what do i do please?
Hi everyone I have vw vento 2012... Rcd 310 pre installed in that bluetooth option also turned on but in my mobile not showing any Bluetooth device can any one suggest me
Is there a way I can change it from displaying "Bluetooth Audio" and change it to show me the song title and artist instead? I have the 2014 jetta basic with bt capabilities
Danny, I followed your instructions step-by-step. My iPhone 5 is paired. Phone calls go through. However, the RCD 310 still doesn't detect or play music via Bluetooth. I have a 2010 Jetta TDI. Any ideas?
Great video! Does anyone figure out how to change track during BT-AUDIO streaming using multifunction steering wheel? and is there a way to see song names on RCD310 screen?
I have a vw polo 2012 blue motion. I just can't seem to hook my spotify up. I can turn bluetooth on, on my s6 and through the car speakers I hear s6 connected. but can't seem to play spotify. the only way I can is through an aux cable. but I don't want to use cables. any idea... thanks
The one down side about the Jetta 2013 is that the steering wheel controls don't work with Bluetooth. I am taking the car to the dealership tomorrow to see if they can do something
My Radio from an VW Caddy looks similar, but i have no manual and the only thing i know about it, is that it´s also called "VW radio LOW EU UP BVX", is it all the same? Thias is marked on the left side of the radio on a sticker.
Dude I bought a used VW amarok that it has the RCD-210 device. Although the bluetooth calls work fine, it doesn't stream any audio. Do you know anything about this device?
My Bluetooth has aways worked fine but I'd like to be able to skip tracks from the steering wheel controls. Has there been any VW or radio updates to allow that? Seems like most bluetooth speakers with controls communicate back to the phone and play/pause and SKIP.
Thanks for the response. One other question.... Have you been successful with being able to change tracks on your bluetooth device via the steering controls?
I just got a new Match Edition polo, the BT audio is activated and if I play music it works. But it doesn't show BT AUDIO in the media menu, only Aux and CD, the music will play though but doesn't display song name etc. The bigger problem is that the music is quiet, it sounds terrible. It's not a "turn up the volume" problem. It's like the speakers aren't trying and sound tinny, plug in via Aux or turn on the radio and its much better..
Have newly purchased Passat with two BT issues: When phone is connected and playing media other than BT, interruptions occur with each phone app notification which requires a reset to the original media and.... when playing Pandora thru BT, after each song played, player disconnects...I've found by trial that pushing the volume increase button on the steering wheel reactivates... can these issues be corrected?
My Weird problem is that with this VW radio, either my phone will be paired, on the correct media option but sound still comes from just my phone. Ooor, phone will be paired and when music is being played, there's no option in media saying BT-Audio regardless. Haven't figured out a solution yet . Either . Have to use aux til then
Hi, I have a problem. I pair the phone, but the sound is bad... is like a "phone call", sound exits just from the front tweeters, how is that possible?
Can you tell me what the set of voice commands are for this stereo system (RCD 310) which I also have on my 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. Can I say the voice command "play music" or are such commands not allowed on this Bluetooth system?
So I did everything necessary and had Bluetooth audio playing for a good while. Then it just stopped! I have unpaired my phone and the car asks for me to pair. The BT function stopped working about the time I disconnected my aux jack. Is this somehow the reason? I wouldn't think they would be related in any way.
Since its not US car, I dont know, but there may not be an external controls. Try pairing your phone first, I would assume that it has Bluetooth if it shows it as an option but its not guaranteed.
Can you make a video where exactly it will show connecting to BT and if it is required additional then let us how to do that.
For folks with VWs outside US, bear in mind that your car may not have the BT module with the RCD 310...thus...no phone or BT audio connectivity, even though the RCD 310 unit itslef shows the "BT Audio" on the display... I've had the same issue with my Polo.
I'm having the same problem it shows Bluetooth option but can't connect my phone I also have a polo
Same here
Aaah that sucks
Did you find any solution ?
mine is a vw golf 2010 but can't seem to connect the phone
+shreddedreams The Bluetooth module is actually separate from the radio. Until 2014 it was located underneath the passenger seat. You can try resetting it, just unplug it, wait 30 seconds, And plug it back in. That may help you out
What is the name of the car bluetooth, I can't find it on my phone
I've been driving a Jetta for 8 years... I cannot BELIEVE I didn't know this thank you so much dude
Stoked it helped you!!!
@@socalvwguydotcom My vw passat 2009 has the bluetooth setting there but i cant find the car on my phones bluetooth like i cant find it there so i cant pair the phone and the car
@@veeti1012 In 2009 the BT wasnt standard, so even if it shows in the settings, it may not be equipped with the BT module
@@socalvwguydotcom hey what about my passat 2011 ,why didnt work bluetooth audio.it shows at rcd 310 but not appear at my phone
Honestly thanks to your video I finally figured this out after having owned this car for 4 years. Seriously, thank you!
Hi. Just collected my new Polo match and getting very frustrated at not being able to listen to my ipad mini playlists. The PERFECT explanation. Thank you.
BTW, if you pick up a, let's say a used Golf VI and it has this radio. Does it always have bluetooth like this, or do you need a handsfree kit from VW?
i turn on the bluetooth, but my phone will not pick it up? my phone just keeps searching, what do i do ?
Paulo Couto same did u find a solution
Perfect. The key piece I was missing is that the device had to be playing the audio before the RCD would display the BT AUDIO in the media menu.
Hello. Does every RCD310 actually have bluetooth or do they just have the option in the menu?
Because; i can activate bluetooth in the radio but my phone can't find it...
+sinaay No BT is not automatically included with the RCD 310
Its same for me
Did you fix this probleme ?
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I think only if you have steering wheel controls, not sure tho.
Mine is polo. Now d audio is working well. Gud sharing. Thx alot.
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The reason this isn't working for most people is that the BT only works if your car has the BT module equipped. Otherwise the radio essentially doesn't have Bluetooth.
Yup. Especially outside of the US, a lot of these vehicles were not equipped standard with Bluetooth
i can enable the BT-Audio Source but i cant find it on my Phone. Any Ideas?
Same broo
I finally got my Spotify on here. Thank you 🙏🏿
Can you tell me how ?
@lookatcha, No RCD310 is not standard with Bluetooth, though pretty much all models other than the base models in RCD310-equipped VW's will have Bluetooth.
Danny,,,, how do u connect the phone to the Bluetooth in the first place.... i have a passat bluemotion 2010 and cant find how to connect the phone to the car... thanks
i have the base 2011 golf, no steering wheel controls. how do i pair the device?
Did you find out if it is possible?
same, i think we might need a bluetooth kit
Is there a way to change track without doing it on the phone?
Thanks. Driving a 2013 Passat, and struggled to get my GPS to announce turns through the cars system. Found out that I have two options; Have the radio/cd running and just keep an eye on the map, or drive in silence with the turns through the speakers. Wish it were clever enough to play the direction from teh handset and the Radio too!
I can use the phone via bluetooth however after following your instructions I can't get the audio to work
Thanks Danny, Please help me. I saw the Bluetooth-Audio in the menu and turned it on yesterday and today I cannot get to that item in the menu anymore, I can't even scroll to the right to see it in the setup on the phone. Do you know why? How can I tell if I have bluetooth?
my 2013 golf has a button for bluetooth just by the light above my head if that helps any
There is a separate Bluetooth module located under the passenger seat, if it's not there, you won't be able to connect with any Bluetooth device.
Can you use the next/previous song when using bluetooth?
Hi, i have a VW Polo 6R and the same radio but the BT don't work, the phone not find the radio. I've the media-in it was a problem?
Jacopo Carnevale mine did not work too
Did you fix this probleme ?
Mine didn’t work, I think the dealer has to unlock that option. If anyone figured it out let me know
Mine does not work 011 jetta s I don't know what is wrong it can't connect with my phone very sad Hope someone can help me please thanks
Hey there! I'm able to pair and connect over bluetooth my iphone using the VW UHV connection to take calls but when I turn on bt-audio and try and play music it just doesn't pick up at all? I saw you say that not all cars have the BT module (as I am outside of the US) but I'm assuming I must do if I've already connected. Could you provide any other troubleshooting tips? Thank-you!
Hi, great video. Is there a way to show info like song name, etc? And how do I control music with handwheel buttons?
I've got the same audio system but I'm unable to seek music tracks. Is there any fix for that?
Great video! Can you please just explain to me how you paired the iPhone to the VW?
Yea how????
Thank you so much! I tryed everything to connect by bluetooth but couldn't until now!
Can’t get my 1 phone 6 to connect to Vw Jetta 2011 can you help us out 🙏🏻💜👍
I have the 2011 vw jetta 2.5 SE and it has the bt audio option but after that it doesn’t show how u did it i cannot see the bluetooth on my phone to connect. Can you help ?
Same problem
@@dinuxr146 U got the same whip? Supposedly my cousin connected to my car but it dont work for me they goofy asl for making it so complicated
I have VW jetta 2009 1.4T
i found the option, and i cant find the bt on my phone... why is that?
Did you ever solve this issue? I have the same problem.
Did you fix this probleme ?
If you have the RCD310 stereo as this guy has, what he isn't showing you is that under the passenger seat will be a Bluetooth module box. THIS is what picks up the Bluetooth. Without this, your headset just has the connectivity option, IF you buy additional parts. If yours does have this and isn't connecting, this can be a simple reset job. Just locate the box and pull out the leads, then plug them back in and it will reset the box and you should be able to connect. Without it your options from a dealer are expensive. You can buy the BURY CC9068 device which is like a PDA that wires into the back of your radio and basically hijacks the speakers, but won't give you any headsup info on your actual radio, but this retails from a dealer at around £247 (GBP - price as of 11/11/2019).
You are better off buying an aftermarket Android/Bluetooth headset for half this price with everything built in - some even have SatNav built in. I can't vouch for any specific brands or models as I'm still looking at options, but it will be cheaper IMO.
I had the same issue and have just spoken to my local VW dealer who checked with my vehicle reg number and confirmed that the car shipped with the standard headset and not the Bluetooth parts we need to make this work.
Perhaps this guy isn't actually aware his car has it.
This is why your phone can't see the radio. There's no actual link between your radio and your phone.
If anyone can recommend any specific Makes/models of radio or ways around this, please respond to this as I would be very interested.
@@Dan_TheMedic that was very informative! 9W7 is a good module - i got cables but no module XD this should do the job. WHat about AUX though? Thinking of impelmenting a stick for it ( shame that it doesnt enable You to plug in the headphones and listen radio from them ). PS. what is this satelite plastic fake phone next to the radio I got LOL
@@Dan_TheMedic hi, how does this module look? Mine is attached under the passenger seat but I'm not sure if that is what it is
can you control the tracks and folder from the radio controllers after pairing?
thanks in advance for the response
I know this is an older video but does anyone know how to change the display from “Bluetooth audio” to say the name of the song or is that not possible?
If it has the convenience package yes. For the Jetta its in the glove box.
Thanks for the info! This feature isn't really obvious. I have an iphone 6s. The best way to change tracks and control what songs to play without handling the phone is to use the "hey siri" commands. You can voice command track, artist, song, etc commands by saying "hey siri".....
Don’t know if you’re still around or can answer this question. I have a 2012 Jetta that I recently picked up, it won’t take the 0000 code to work the Bluetooth. Keeps saying make sure “VW PHONE” is ready to pair. What’s that mean, how does someone get it “ready”. Love to get this thing working, everything is in great condition and low miles so I think I’m just missing a step. Thanks!!
I am unable to pair my phone. Do you know why this is? I don’t see an option for it anywhere.
Even after activating the BT audio as shown?
Very helpful exactly what i needed to know- Thanks!
did you find a fix? i have the same problem! :(i turn on the bluetooth, but my phone will not pick it up? my phone just keeps searching, what do i do please?
You find it
Can the system change songs and browse the music library over bluetooth?
Hi everyone I have vw vento 2012... Rcd 310 pre installed in that bluetooth option also turned on but in my mobile not showing any Bluetooth device can any one suggest me
Did u pair
I don't see the stereo on my phone's Bluetooth
Me too
How to pair for first time
Thank you! I appreciate the input!
Is there a way I can change it from displaying "Bluetooth Audio" and change it to show me the song title and artist instead? I have the 2014 jetta basic with bt capabilities
is the bluetooth integrated, or do you need a bluetooth kit?
Is your phone already paired and operating correctly with the hands-free phone?
Not on cars equipped with the rcd310. However you can use the voice commands
How did you pair your iPhone with radio? My phone doesnt see the radio. Even my car computer doesnt show any BT option.
Now how do you control the music. I can stream, but can't use the RCD 310 to skip tracks.
Ken Warner yes, i have the same "problem". is there any possibilaty to control the streamed musik on the radio??
why is called Bluetooth audio when it's you have it plugged in??
If youve ever seen an iPhone, you'd know those are headphones, not an aux cable...
@@socalvwguydotcom to be fair, could be both a thin aux cable or headphones
@@tomkoppenatsch9355 Yes, you are correct..
Do you have a video on pairing Bluetooth because that is where the challenge is for me.
Did you pair
THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS VIDEO
Danny, I followed your instructions step-by-step. My iPhone 5 is paired. Phone calls go through. However, the RCD 310 still doesn't detect or play music via Bluetooth. I have a 2010 Jetta TDI. Any ideas?
i get the bluetooth settings option in 'setup' . does that mean its bluetooth enabled?
Great video! Does anyone figure out how to change track during BT-AUDIO streaming using multifunction steering wheel? and is there a way to see song names on RCD310 screen?
I would love to know the answer to this too
i am also waiting for this answer :D
I have a vw polo 2012 blue motion. I just can't seem to hook my spotify up. I can turn bluetooth on, on my s6 and through the car speakers I hear s6 connected. but can't seem to play spotify. the only way I can is through an aux cable. but I don't want to use cables. any idea... thanks
The one down side about the Jetta 2013 is that the steering wheel controls don't work with Bluetooth. I am taking the car to the dealership tomorrow to see if they can do something
Hi, do you fint out how to works woth steering wheel
thank you Danny. much appreciated.
How do I pair it? I have tried many times, and I just couldn't. Kindly help me. It is VW Polo 2010.
does the RCD 310 display metadata? Does it support A2DP?
My Radio from an VW Caddy looks similar, but i have no manual and the only thing i know about it, is that it´s also called "VW radio LOW EU UP BVX", is it all the same? Thias is marked on the left side of the radio on a sticker.
Dude I bought a used VW amarok that it has the RCD-210 device. Although the bluetooth calls work fine, it doesn't stream any audio. Do you know anything about this device?
My Bluetooth has aways worked fine but I'd like to be able to skip tracks from the steering wheel controls. Has there been any VW or radio updates to allow that? Seems like most bluetooth speakers with controls communicate back to the phone and play/pause and SKIP.
How do you skip track from display rather than on your phone please?
Hi please could you help me, my partner has muted my VW MK6 stereo and we cant get it to unmute. Could you tell me how?
Thanks for the response. One other question.... Have you been successful with being able to change tracks on your bluetooth device via the steering controls?
I just got a new Match Edition polo, the BT audio is activated and if I play music it works. But it doesn't show BT AUDIO in the media menu, only Aux and CD, the music will play though but doesn't display song name etc.
The bigger problem is that the music is quiet, it sounds terrible. It's not a "turn up the volume" problem. It's like the speakers aren't trying and sound tinny, plug in via Aux or turn on the radio and its much better..
Do these get locked when you transfer them to a different car?
Trying to install this headunit on a 2007 jetta
hy , i see the bluetouth in my car and my phone phound it but he can't connected with him
How do I add Bluetooth? I have same RCD310 in my car but no Bluetooth. I know I have to buy something and install it but I can't find guides online
Have newly purchased Passat with two BT issues:
When phone is connected and playing media other than BT, interruptions occur with each phone app notification which requires a reset to the original media and....
when playing Pandora thru BT, after each song played, player disconnects...I've found by trial that pushing the volume increase button on the steering wheel reactivates...
can these issues be corrected?
hey. is there a way to change the soundtrack without using the phone when its connected to the bluetooth ? like with the controls on the steering?
Thanks but why is the cable connected in earphone socket, is it only for ex: only earphone?
Thanks 😊👍
My Weird problem is that with this VW radio, either my phone will be paired, on the correct media option but sound still comes from just my phone. Ooor, phone will be paired and when music is being played, there's no option in media saying BT-Audio regardless. Haven't figured out a solution yet . Either . Have to use aux til then
Hi, I have a problem. I pair the phone, but the sound is bad... is like a "phone call", sound exits just from the front tweeters, how is that possible?
Can you tell me what the set of voice commands are for this stereo system (RCD 310) which I also have on my 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. Can I say the voice command "play music" or are such commands not allowed on this Bluetooth system?
So I did everything necessary and had Bluetooth audio playing for a good while. Then it just stopped! I have unpaired my phone and the car asks for me to pair. The BT function stopped working about the time I disconnected my aux jack. Is this somehow the reason? I wouldn't think they would be related in any way.
You saved me, thanks
Can you receive calls through this? And also can you control next and previous using the controls on the system?
Hi I have the same stereo but I don't know how to make the arrow apear or the blue tooth option appear
I did everything you said, but the bluetooth connection does not appear on the phone, I cannot connect PLEASE HELP ME !!
hi i have a 2014 jetta se with the rcd310. is their a way to retro fit bluetooth to my radio or do i have to add rcd510
Can you tell me please how to connect the phone to the actual stereo to play the songs
can i use these settings for vw vento with an samsung Galaxy S3
Does anyone know how to get the steering wheel controls to skip tracks while using bluetooth?
Since its not US car, I dont know, but there may not be an external controls. Try pairing your phone first, I would assume that it has Bluetooth if it shows it as an option but its not guaranteed.
please show how to pair the iphone with audio system
Man, my phone ask for a code in order to pair?
Thats not uncommon, it should be 0000
@@socalvwguydotcom thank you, it worked!
Should i be able to change tracks from the steering wheel because currently i cant?
I tried this method but after I press setup I can't find BT like in the video 😞. I have 2015 tiguan.
Hello there....I am not able to pair my sansung s20 cell phone on bluetooth, do you know how to help me?
I have a 2013 jetta with the same radio,but my doesn't show bluetooth,what can I do?
How do I find device on my phone what’s it called? I’ve got this radio and bt audio on but iPhone won’t find device?
I believe so yes. I'd have to double check to be certain though
Hello, what name has on the bluetooth phone to pair it?